How to Become a Referee

Follow our simple step by step guide to become a referee in Queensland.

Queensland has a long and proud history of producing some of Australia’s finest referees. Members of our community have for many years officiated at the top level both domestically and internationally, including in the Hyundai A-League & Westfield W-League, AFC Champions League, FIFA Club World Cup, AFC Asian Cup and FIFA World Cup. They too started where you are now.

Football Queensland understands that refereeing can be a challenging task and is dedicated to making your journey as simple and rewarding as possible.

There has never been a better time to be part of the #ThirdTeam in Queensland. You’ll make lifelong friends while earning some money at the same time.

Follow these few simple steps and you will be on your way to being a match official!

Take the online Laws of the Game test (FREE).
This is a free online training module which provides a basic introduction to the Laws of the Game and their interpretations. Successful candidates will receive a certificate identifying they have demonstrated awareness in the Laws of the Game, and have the necessary knowledge to attend the Level 4 Referee course. The online test takes roughly 45 mins.

Register for a Level 4 Referee course (FREE).
Level 4 is the entry level course that will build on your knowledge gained from the Laws of the Game test. The course runs for 5-6 hours and there is no assessment required. You must be a minimum of 13 years old to attend. Can’t find a course near you? Register for our expressions of interest form below and we will email you as soon as a course is organised near you!

Referee Level 4 Course Expressions of Interest

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Receive your 2017 Referee hand book.
At your Level 4 Referee course you will receive your step by step guide to refereeing in Queensland. From the course to the pitch, you will be walked through registering with a zone to taking charge of your first match.